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Well researched guides: how magnets work, which magnet for which job, safety and plenty of practical tips.
Magnet Materials Compared: Which One Fits?Ferrite, AlNiCo, samarium cobalt, neodymium or magnetic sheet? Our comparison shows strength, heat resistance, price and corrosion at a glance.
Magnetic Toys for Kids: How to Keep Play SafeKids love magnets, but small strong magnets can be dangerous if swallowed. Here is how to spot safe toys and enjoy magnet play.
Earth's Magnetic Field and the Compass ExplainedFrom the geodynamo in Earth's core to magnetic declination: how the field works, how animals use it and how to build your own compass.
Electromagnets: Magnetic Force at the Flip of a SwitchCurrent on, magnet on: learn how coil and iron core work together, where electromagnets hide in everyday life, and how to build one yourself.
History of Magnetism: From Lodestone to NeodymiumFrom mysterious lodestones and the Chinese compass to Faraday, Maxwell and neodymium: a journey through 2,500 years of magnetism.
Maglev and More: How Magnetic Levitation WorksWhy magnets cannot float stably on their own, and how maglev trains, magnetic bearings and floating globes pull it off anyway.
Magnet Fishing: Gear, Rules and Safe FindsWhich magnet, which rope, where is it allowed and what to do about munitions? Everything you should know before your first cast.
Pull Force: Why Magnets Hold Less Than PromisedDatasheet pull force only applies under ideal conditions. Find out what shrinks it in real life and how to plan realistically.
Magnet Safety: What You Need to KnowStrong magnets are handy, but not harmless. Learn what to watch for with kids, implants, electronics, storage and shipping.
Magnetizing and Demagnetizing Made SimpleMake a screwdriver magnetic in seconds and understand why magnets weaken: heat, the Curie temperature, impacts and demagnetizers.
Magnets in Medicine: MRI, TMS and the MythsFrom MRI scanners to magnetic bracelets: an honest look at where magnets truly help in medicine and where the evidence falls short.
Neodymium Magnets: Grades N35 to N52 ExplainedN35, N42, N52 or N42SH: learn what the grades mean, which coating suits which job and how hot neodymium can get.
Tampering with an Electricity Meter Using a Magnet: Does It Really Work?Can a magnet really slow down or stop your electricity meter? We look at the myth, the risks and the legal consequences.
Which Household Appliances Contain Magnets?Magnets are hidden in countless household appliances. Here is an overview of where you will find them and what they do.